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Street Child
Book • 2013
"Street Child" tells the story of Jim Jarvis, an orphan in Victorian London, navigating poverty and hardship after his mother's death.
He struggles to survive on the streets, facing hunger, homelessness, and exploitation.
Jim eventually finds refuge in a children's home founded by Dr. Barnardo, offering him a chance at education and a better life.
The novel highlights the social injustices and challenges faced by impoverished children in 19th-century England.
It emphasizes themes of resilience, hope, and the importance of compassion in overcoming adversity, portraying a realistic view of Victorian society.
He struggles to survive on the streets, facing hunger, homelessness, and exploitation.
Jim eventually finds refuge in a children's home founded by Dr. Barnardo, offering him a chance at education and a better life.
The novel highlights the social injustices and challenges faced by impoverished children in 19th-century England.
It emphasizes themes of resilience, hope, and the importance of compassion in overcoming adversity, portraying a realistic view of Victorian society.
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